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Williams Baptist University

Walnut Ridge, AR · Private nonprofit · Distant rural · Website

Admission rate
83%
Accessible
Average net price
$17,814
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
36%
Median earnings
$47,042
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Williams Baptist University is a private nonprofit college in Walnut Ridge, AR with 478 undergraduates. It admits 83% of applicants, and admitted students average 980 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $17,814 per year ($17,480 for families earning under $30,000). 36% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $47,042 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
83%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,014
Fall 2023
Admitted
597
Fall 2023
Yield
21%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

ACT Composite16–21
136

What Williams Baptist University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankRequired
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$42,550
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$22,540

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$17,480
  • $30–48k$16,435
  • $48–75k$16,618
  • $75–110k$21,321
  • $110k+$16,546

Get a personal estimate with Williams Baptist University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
36%
Freshman retention
70%
Median earnings
$47,042
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$19,930
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
478
Student–faculty ratio
14:1
Receive Pell grants
51%
  • White74%
  • Hispanic4%
  • Black10%
  • Asian1%

Williams Baptist University FAQ

What is Williams Baptist University's acceptance rate?+

Williams Baptist University admits 83% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What ACT score do you need for Williams Baptist University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 16–21.

Is Williams Baptist University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Williams Baptist University?+

In Fall 2023, 1,014 students applied to Williams Baptist University and 597 were admitted; 128 enrolled.

Does Williams Baptist University consider legacy status?+

No. Williams Baptist University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Williams Baptist University require an essay?+

Williams Baptist University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Williams Baptist University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $42,550 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,814.

What is Williams Baptist University's graduation rate?+

36% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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